OTA Validation / Test Automation engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a "OTA Validation / Test Automation engineer" for one of our client in Dearborn, Michigan. A global leader in business and technology services. Job Title: OTA Validation / Test Automation engineer Location: Dearborn, Michigan(Onsite) Job Type: Contract (C2C/W2) Pay Rate: $35/hour - $42/hour Job Description: Good Experience in OTA SW Upgrade / Downgrade Experience in creating Software updates and deploy Over-the-air (OTA) Experience in ECU Flashing, performing software updates via OTA, wire flashing and/or USB in a vehicle (fleet updates) Experience Performing Stress, functional, feature & Core hotfix Testing for various modules in targeted time frame and runs. Validation experience in over-the-air updates for components 3G/4G TCUs, NAVI, HMI Modules Creating test strategies, plans, and execute cycles using Jira Capture the MLT logs and identify the root cause of the OTA issues Test Automation using Python, C#, ECU Test etc. Good Experience in HIL Validation Platforms like DSPACE, In Vehicle Automation Testing, experience in Testing Tools like Vector CANOE, CANALYZER etc. Good Experience / Knowledge working on Issue management, Defect Management and Version Management tools like JIRA, Github, SVN etc. Effectively collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to address and resolve open issues. Coordinate with Product Owners and Feature Owners to clearly understand business requirements and feature functionality. Conduct defect status and review meetings with stakeholders, including cloud, Mobile app, TCU, BCM, and suppliers Good Knowledge of UDS Protocol, Validating Diag over CAN, DOIP, CAN, LIN Protocols etc. Knowledge of CAN Flash by using DET tool and analyze logs by using CANoe/CANalyzer tool and recover (partial-brick) modules in-vehicle using various DET methods Knowledge of ECU Test, CAPL Scripting etc. would be added advantage Should be able to support DevOps Team in developing scripts for CI/CD using Python and validating the same About Trident: Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success. Some of our recent awards include: Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe. Received the TechServe Excellence award. Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.

Created: 2026-03-10